India’s push for ‘Jan Vishwas’ faces a stark contradiction as authorities increasingly use stringent NDPS and BNS laws against licensed pharmaceutical stockists. Despite clear regulations under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, businesses dealing in common cough syrups are being prosecuted, blurring lines between regulation and criminality. This trend risks eroding trust and undermining the rule
A 19-year-old man allegedly murdered a 16-year-old girl by slitting her throat after she refused his marriage proposal. The accused, Venkatesh, was arrested by police shortly after the incident. The girl’s family and women’s groups are protesting, demanding justice and severe punishment.
Mukul Choudhary’s 27-ball 57 at Eden Gardens was years in the making – from 500-km bus rides across Rajasthan to practicing on red-soil and once smashing 36 sixes in an innings. Inspired by MS Dhoni, the 21-year-old is making a mark with his hitting ability and team-first mindset.
The Strait of Hormuz remains a critical flashpoint, with Iran’s inability to fully reopen it due to naval mines posing a significant threat to global trade. Technical limitations and ongoing security risks complicate mine-clearing efforts. US President Trump has rejected Iran’s proposed transit fees, insisting the waterway is international.
The Artemis II crew has successfully returned to Earth, splashing down in the Pacific Ocean after a historic nearly 10-day lunar flyby. Commander Reid Wiseman, pilot Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Jeremy Hansen re-entered the atmosphere at Mach 33, with their Orion spacecraft Integrity making a parachute-assisted landing.
A high-level Iranian delegation arrived in Islamabad for crucial peace talks with the US, aiming to stabilize a fragile Middle East ceasefire. Iran has set preconditions, including asset release and a Lebanon ceasefire, while expressing distrust of Washington. The US warns against “bad faith” negotiations, seeking to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and curb Iran’s
Rejected by the franchise, Ngidi & Rizvi have impressed for opponents Delhi Capitals
A Vrindavan boat tragedy has left at least 10 devotees from Ludhiana dead, with five still missing after their boat capsized in the Yamuna. Survivors recount a terrifying ordeal, singing bhajans moments before the accident. Rescue operations are ongoing, and helplines have been established to assist affected families.
Sooryavanshi scored 78 off 26 balls as Rajasthan Royals (RR) chased down Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s (RCB) total of 201 with two overs remaining.
